Domestic violence is a global problem that tortures and maims physically, psychologically, sexually and economically. It is one of the most pervasive of human rights violations...
An Garda Síochána (The Irish Police) has new and comprehensive procedures governing the investigation of sexual crime which places an emphasis on tackling crimes against children...
On Wednesday 20 January 2016 Ms. Frances Fitzgerald T.D., Minister for Justice and Equality, launched the Second National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and gender- based Violence...
On 17 October 2016, the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, T.D., launched the Second National Action Plan to Prevent and Combat Human Trafficking...
Trends: The number of robbery offences reported over the last 3 years (2011-2013) has increased, on average, by 19%. Relevant legislation: Law No. 154 of 4 April 2001 concerning...
Trends: The number of prostitution and trafficking for sexual exploitation offences reported over the last 3 years (2011-2013) has decreased, on average, by 15 Relevant legislation...
Trends: The number of sexual crimes reported over the last 3 years (2011-2013) has decreased, on average, by 5%. Relevant legislation: Law No 66 of 15 February 1996, Regulations...
In 2013, Portugal adopted its 3rd Action Plan to Prevent and Combat Trafficking in Human Beings (2014-2017). The 3rd National Plan fits within the commitments accepted by Portugal...